The history of the village dates back to the 12th century when it was a outpost of the Patan but later on became a separate kingdom. The kingdom was so strong the it defeated the MOST powerful king of the Nepalese history three times when he tried to unify it with the Nepal.  Remains of the fortified walls and part of the original 12 gates can still be seen. 

Even though most of the people in the village are the Newar the differences in the culture and the daily ways of life can be seen during the tour as most of the people are farmers  and  have unique culture and tradition. Beside the village visit there are also some interesting temples such as Bag Bhairav, Chlanchu Vihar etc. Further form Kirtipur the temple of Goddess Dakshinakali is situated which is an important pilgrimage for Nepalese people. A visit to Kirtipur can be combined with the visit to Chovar and Panga as well. 

We will have our lunch at  Hattiban Resort on top of hill, located at a very nice place, which provides birds' eye view of Kathmandu valley and beyond. Located at an altitude of 2100m from sea level (Kathmandu is 1350m) this place can also be used a  overnight stop as the resort has nice rooms and services. The prices are available on request. 

After lunch we proceed to Khokana and Bungamati.  Khokana and Bungamati are the ancient Newari village (of the 16th century) alike Kirtipur but a visit to Khokana and Bungamati is a bit different to the visit to Kirtipur. The people in Khokana are involved in the traditional oil making which is the main attraction of the village and the people in Bungamati are involved more in traditional wood carving which one can see in the historic places in and around Kathmandu valley. This is the perfect "day hiking" trip in Kathmandu.
Access
Car from Kathmandu to Kirtipur and Patan Ring Road /Bungamati to Kathmandu. 

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Cost Include
Transfers from Kathmandu to Kirtipur and Bungamati to Kathmandu by exclusive coach. One English-speaking guide for  and lunch at Hattiban Resort, entrance fees. 

Cost Exclude
All personal expenses, all type of beverages etc. 

NOTE
This trip can also be undertaken only to Kirtipur or only to Bungamati and Khokana village but the prices will be same. If you do not like us to include your lunch please LESS US$ 8 per person from above. 

INTRODUCTION
Panauti is an old Newari settlement, which is 32 kms Southeast of Kathmandu. It has some the most interesting in the valley and is set on the confluence of two rivers.  The village also boasts one of the only two known pre-17th century structure of Mahadev temple. Apart from other many temples it is a pleasure to wander the town's brick paved streets to view the magnificently carved rest houses, stupas and stone water taps. 

We drive all the way from Kathmandu to Panauti which is 35 kms southeast of Kathmandu and takes approx. 90 minutes of driving through Arniko Highway and village. The road to and from Panauti passes through the terraced rice fields.

We walk 90 minutes through rice fields or drive through highway to Dhulikhel for refreshments. After the refreshments we visit some of the interesting places in Dhulikhel such as Shiva temple and around, & drive you back to Kathmandu 

Access
Car from Kathmandu to Panauti and Dhulikhel to Kathmandu. 

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Cost Include
Transfers to and from Panauti by exclusive car/ coach. English speaking guide and refreshment at Dhulikhel and entrance fees 

Cost Exclude
All personal expenses, all type of beverages etc.

NOTE
This trip can also be combined with the trip to Bhaktapur (with extra cost). If you do not like us to include your lunch please LESS US$ 5 per person from above. 

INTRODUCTION 
Phulchoki  (literally flower-covered hill) is the highest hill (2762m) in Kathmandu valley. This triple-peaked hill is 20 kms southeast from Kathmandu centre.  The hill is very popular for both bird watching and acclimatization. This site is  rich in bird watching and till date approximately 300 species of birds (of 400 species in Kathmandu valley) have been spotted in the area.  This area is best visited during the month of  October and March and April when the migrating birds are arriving or departing .  The trip also provides sweeping panorama of the valley.  There are also temples such as Phulchoki Mai on top of the hill and Phulchoki shrine at the bottom of the hill. 

If you like walking we would recommend you  a walk of approx. 4-5 hours to the top from the bottom of the hill  as that will provide more time to look around (which most of the people do).  If you do not like to walk all the way to the top of the hill there is also a road that winds to the top of the hill. 

At the foot of the hill beautiful garden, The Royal Botanical garden is situated which is a popular picnic spot for locals but for foreigners there are also some interesting things to see such as the green house which houses the notable collection of  the orchids and ferns. 

Access
Drive from Kathmandu to Godavari and walk to the hill top or drive all the way to hill top. The drive from Patan to Godavari provides pleasant country side views and a visit to Harisiddhi and Thainbo can also be combined (time permitting) with the trip. 

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Cost Include
Transfers as above by exclusive car/coach. English speaking guide, pack lunch, entrance fees. 

Cost Exclude
All personal expenses, all type of beverages etc. 

NOTE
If you do not like us to include your lunch please LESS US$ 7 per person from above. This trip can also be combined with the sightseeing tour of Patan City but extra cost will be applicable. 

INTRODUCTION
The temple of Changu Narayan is the oldest temple found till date in Nepal and is dedicate to Lord Vishnu.  It is an impressive temple situated on top of a small hill, which is approximately 16 kms from Kathmandu. The trip can be combined with the  sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur (With extra cost).

An hour of walk or 20 minutes of drive from Bhaktapur takes you to the temple courtyard. The route from Bhaktapur to Changu Narayan and to Nagarkot provides spectacular and interesting views of the country side and the mountains. 

Nagarkot is popular for sunrise and sunset views from the Mountains and is one of the most popular hill station. Situated at an altitude of 2100m from the sea level and 32 kms from Kathmandu this small hill station provides spectacular views of the northern mountain and sunrise and sunset from there. Many people prefer top stay overnight there and staying here is a pleasant experience as it is away from the hustle and bustle of the city. 

We can also drive from Changu Narayan to Nagarkot (if you wish) or if you are walking and wish to stop walking the journey can be broken at any time and can be undertaken by vehicle. 

We start the trip from Kathmandu after breakfast and drive to Bhaktapur and walk or drive further Changu Narayan and hike to Nagarkot where we serve you lunch and drive you back (after sunset in the evening) to Kathmandu. 

Or if you wish we can also cover up trip with the sunrise. The only draw back to this option is that you will have to get up early in the morning (at least 2 and half hour before of sunrise so that we reach there on time). But waking up two hours before is worth as the views of the mountain and the sunrise on top are magnificent. After breakfast and sunrise at Nagarkot we hike down to Changu Narayan and from here we drive back to Kathmandu. 

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Cost Include
Transfers from Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan and from Nagarkot to Kathmandu by exclusive car/coach. English speaking guide and lunch OR breakfast. Bhaktapur city sightseeing 

Cost Exclude
All personal expenses, all type of beverages, entrance fees (US$ 5 for Bhaktapur and US$ 1 for Changu Narayan - per person) etc. 

NOTES
Above trip can also be combined with the city sightseeing of Bhaktapur but extra cost is applicable on above. 

Most of the people undertake 1 night/2 days overnight trip to Nagarkot so that they are not in rush and can spend a night away from the hustle and bustle of the city. If you wish to do the same following Cost will be extra on above. 

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Cost Include
Transfers from Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan and from Nagarkot to Kathmandu by exclusive coach. English speaking guide. 1 Night accommodation at the chosen standard of hotel with breakfast basis. 

Cost Exclude
All personal expenses, all type of beverages, entrance fees (US$ 1 for Changu Narayan - per person) etc. Dinner in the evening. 

#S/S- Single supplement is only applicable if single room is required

ITINERARY

DAY 01
We start our journey from Kathmandu after your breakfast and drive you to Bhaktapur  and visit the ancient town. And from Bhaktapur we drive or walk to Changu Narayan , which is our hike starting point. From Changu Narayan we  hike 3 hours to Nagarkot and have lunch at the hotel. Afternoon you will be free to enjoy the views and the surrounding. Evening view sunset over the mountain. O/N at hotel 

DAY 02
Early morning wake up to view the sunrise with the tea or coffee. Morning breakfast at hotel and prepare for walking. We will pack you lunch and start our hike of  4- 5 hours to Dhulikhel and to Panauti. Or lunch can also be served in Dhulikhel at a hotel. The trek provides spectacular views of the mountain, country side, and the valley of Dhulikhel and the downward. Uponarrival in Dhulikhel we serve you lunch at hotel. 

Dhulikhel is also one of the most popular of the hill resorts in Nepal for mountain and sunset and sunrise viewing and if you wish to spend your night there we can also make arrangements on extra cost (Please see below)

From Dhulikhel we hike 1-2 hours to Panauti. If you do not like to walk from Dhulikhel we will drive you to Panauti which is 7 kms from Dhulikhel and visit the ancient town of Panauti. 

(Panauti is an old Newari settlement which is 32 kms Southeast of Kathmandu. It has some the most interesting in the valley and is set on the confluence of two rivers. The road to and from Panauti passes through the terraced rice fields. The village also boasts one of the only two known pre-17th century structure of Mahadev temple. Apart from other many temples it is a pleasure to wander the town's brick paved streets to view the magnificently carved rest houses, stupas and stone water taps) After visiting the town of Panauti we drive you back to Kathmandu 

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Cost Include
Transfers from Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan and from Nagarkot to Kathmandu by exclusive car/coach. English speaking guide and lunch OR breakfast. Bhaktapur city sightseeing 

Cost Exclude
All personal expenses, all type of beverages, entrance fees (US$ 5 for Bhaktapur and US$ 1 for Changu Narayan - per person) etc. 

NOTES
Above trip can also be combined with the city sightseeing of Bhaktapur but extra cost is applicable on above. 

If you wish to stay overnight at Dhulikhel we can also make arrangements for your stay in Dhulikhel for which following will be extra on above (with breakfast only). 

Contact us for details cost Hiking tours to other areas in Pokhara and short hiking treks to Everest  regions are coming soon in this chapter. Please keep checking. All the quoted prices are based in per person and in US$ but payment can also be made in Nepali rupees. For INDIAN NATIONALS 15 % discount.